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Corrosion (GHS05) symbol: red-framed diamond with two black test tubes pouring liquid that eats into a bar on the left and a hand on the right
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Corrosion (GHS05)

Red-framed diamond with two black test tubes pouring liquid that eats into a bar on the left and a hand on the right. · also called “GHS05”, “acid symbol”, “corrosive hazard pictogram”, “corrosive symbol”

What the Corrosion (GHS05) symbol means

Corrosive

The product can cause severe skin burns and serious eye damage, and some can also corrode metals. Typical examples are strong drain cleaners, descalers and some oven cleaners. Wear protective gloves and eye protection, avoid splashes, and keep it in its original container. If it gets on skin or in the eyes, rinse with plenty of water at once and get medical advice.

Source · Standard Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), tenth revised edition · checked

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Questions about the Corrosion (GHS05) symbol

What does the Corrosion (GHS05) symbol mean?
The product can cause severe skin burns and serious eye damage, and some can also corrode metals. Typical examples are strong drain cleaners, descalers and some oven cleaners. Wear protective gloves and eye protection, avoid splashes, and keep it in its original container. If it gets on skin or in the eyes, rinse with plenty of water at once and get medical advice.
What does the Corrosion (GHS05) symbol look like?
Red-framed diamond with two black test tubes pouring liquid that eats into a bar on the left and a hand on the right. It is also called “GHS05”, “acid symbol”, “corrosive hazard pictogram” and “corrosive symbol”.
Which standard defines the Corrosion (GHS05) symbol?
It is listed as GHS-05.

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